--- title: "Package 1 (Willenhall & Darlaston) New Station Construction" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4fdf7590-ff11-4322-ba50-d3a4d105cbd3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4fdf7590-ff11-4322-ba50-d3a4d105cbd3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4fdf7590-ff11-4322-ba50-d3a4d105cbd3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4fdf7590-ff11-4322-ba50-d3a4d105cbd3.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY" published: "2020-08-20" --- # Package 1 (Willenhall & Darlaston) New Station Construction Buyer: WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4fdf7590-ff11-4322-ba50-d3a4d105cbd3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4fdf7590-ff11-4322-ba50-d3a4d105cbd3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4fdf7590-ff11-4322-ba50-d3a4d105cbd3.json) ## Summary The West Midlands Combined Authority is currently overseeing the tender process for the construction of two new railway stations at Willenhall and Darlaston, as part of the Project titled “Package 1 (Willenhall & Darlaston) New Station Construction.” This project aims to enhance rail infrastructure and connectivity in the Greater Birmingham area, with a tender period ending on 17th September 2020. The procurement method is a selective competitive procedure with negotiation, and the estimated contract period will start on 26th February 2021 and conclude by 31st December 2022. This initiative falls under the works category, specifically focusing on railway station construction and car park building construction in the West Midlands region of the UK. This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses aiming to expand within the infrastructure and transportation sectors. Companies specialising in railway construction, station design, and civil engineering, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are well-positioned to participate in this competitive procurement process. Engagement with the West Midlands Combined Authority could foster new partnerships and stimulate local economic growth, especially for contractors experienced in enhancing rail accessibility and providing supporting services. ## Notice The Project will consist of the construction of two new stations at Willenhall and Darlaston and supporting rail infrastructure works, on the route between Walsall and Wolverhampton to support access for new train services that increase connectivity in the Greater Birmingham area. To meet this objective the project shall deliver: a) Two new two platform stations with 4 car platforms at each; b) Lift access on all platforms; c) Footbridge at both stations linking the platforms; d) Surface level car parking and drop off facilities at both stations; e) Passive provision for future station facilities; and f) Track, OLE and signalling works to facilitate the new stations and train services. Tenderers are directed to the Project Summary, Scope and the design information for a detailed description of the proposed stations. The SQ will close on 17th September 2020. To bid on the opportunity please go to the eTendering Portal BravoSolution - https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36c80fd5-4fa0-4139-849a-ca671dd2b6a1 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 20 Aug 2020 | | Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | 7 Jul 2020 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 Feb 2021 - 31 Dec 2022 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY | | Locality | BIRMINGHAM | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B19 3SD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Newtown | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45213312 - Car park building construction work - 45213321 - Railway station construction work - 45234100 - Railway construction works - 45234115 - Railway signalling works ## Release History - 20 Aug 2020 at 08:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36c80fd5-4fa0-4139-849a-ca671dd2b6a1 - 23 Jun 2020 at 08:22 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8121053-0957-4d49-9e28-4d9275f999b1 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36c80fd5-4fa0-4139-849a-ca671dd2b6a1 20th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8121053-0957-4d49-9e28-4d9275f999b1 23rd June 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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